Alyogyne hakeifolia 'Melissa Anne'
native hibiscus
 
Native hibiscus are very decorative in the garden, fast growing and naturally rounded in habit, with beautiful large pink flowers with red centers. 'Melissa Anne' is an excellent medium-sized shrub with long flowering, useful for use in alignment or informal hedging. Prune after spring flowering to encourage a dense habit and new flowering growth. It needs well-draining soil and best in a sunny location. Tolerates some frost, but does not like wind. Feed with a good fertilizer in the warm months, watering afterwards to prevent burns to the leaves or roots.
 
Family: Malvaceae
Scientific  name: Allyogyne hakeifolia
Grow crops: 'Melissa Anne'
Common Name: native hibiscus
Type of plant: big bush
Height: 2~2.5 meters
Width: 1.5~2 meters
Flower Color: Rose with the red eye
Flowering time: Summer autumn
Ph level: Acid, Neutral, Alkaline
Type of soil: Loam, sandy loam, clay loam
Plant environment: Low maintenance garden, poolside, growing in pots and planters, cottage garden, flower garden, coastal garden, drought resistant.
Climate Zone: Subtropical, warm temperate, Mediterranean
Light: Sunny
Planting season: All year
Growth habit: evergreen
Lifespan: perennial
Soil moisture: Well drained, Moderate humidity
Frost tolerance: Tolerates light frosts
Plant Usage: Resource plan, screen, windbreak
Special Uses: Erosion control, friendly playground
Attracts Wildlife: bees, butterflies